USA Basketball overcomes tough test and rallies to beat Montenegro 85-73 at the World Cup
Sports News The U.S. led 61-55 going into the fourth and tacked a point on to make it a seven-point edge — its biggest of the game to that point — early in the final quarter. U.S. guard Jalen Brunson (11) pause before the start of the first half of a Basketball World Cup second […]
After outrage over Taylor Swift tickets, reform has been slow across the U.S.
Politics Consumer groups have mostly focused on Live Nation Entertainment, the company that owns Ticketmaster. Fans arrive at Gillette Stadium for the Taylor Swift concert after riding the commuter line from Boston this past May. Fan frustration over getting tickets to Swift’s tour prompted Congressional hearings and multiple bills in state legislatures. Erin Clark/Globe Staff […]
When 5 million bees escaped from a truck, beekeepers swarmed to help
World News “My first thought was, ‘Wow, I survived,’” the driver said. “Then it was like, ‘Oh my goodness, all my bees.’” Beekeepers Terri Faloney, left, and Tyler Trute remove bees from a car after a truck carrying bee hives swerved, causing the hives to fall and release bees in Burlington, Ontario. Carlos Osorio/The Canadian […]
What you need to know about Biden’s new student loan repayment plan
Schools The White House estimates the SAVE plan could save the typical student loan borrower $1,000 a year on payments because it reduces the amount of income used to calculate monthly bills. President Joe Biden, seen with Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, first announced the new income-driven student loan repayment plan in August 2022. Demetrius Freeman/The […]
Former N.H. state senator accused of spending COVID-19 relief loan on luxury cars
Crime According to the investigation, Sanborn fraudulently obtained $844,000 in funding from the Small Business Administration between December 2021 and February 2022. Republican hopeful for New Hampshire’s 1st Congressional District Andy Sanborn attends a debate, Sept. 6, 2018, at St. Anselm College in Manchester, N.H. AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File By HOLLY RAMER, Associated Press September […]
Gov. Healey continues break with state clemency trends by recommending 4 more pardons
Politics In recent years, Massachusetts has had one of the lowest clemency rates in the country. Gov. Maura Healey is changing that. Gov. Maura Healey has recommended four more people for pardons. Jessica Rinaldi/The Boston Globe In her second round this year, Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is continuing to buck state clemency trends and traditions […]
Bill ‘Spaceman’ Lee reportedly laughing and talking after collapsing on minor league field
Red Sox FILE – Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Bill “Spaceman” Lee poses May 25, 2016, at his home in Craftsbury, Vt. AP Photo/Dave Gram, File By Associated Press August 31, 2023 WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) — Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Bill “Spaceman” Lee collapsed on the field during pregame ceremonies before a Triple-A game […]
Sam Kennedy acknowledges ‘low point’ in Red Sox season, maps out top offseason focus
Red Sox “We don’t have the depth right now, and we saw it manifest itself the other night.” Sam Kennedy was candid about the Red Sox’ lackluster showing in August. Elise Amendola / AP Photo The 2023 Red Sox are still mathematically in the American League Wild-Card race as of Thursday night. But after getting […]
Report: Patriots add former first-round WR to practice squad
Patriots The Patriots now have a full 16-player practice squad in place after reportedly signing Reagor. Jalen Reagor has struggled to produce up in the NFL ranks over the last three seasons. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull) The Patriots have reportedly filled the final vacant spot on their practice squad with additional wide-receiver depth. According to ESPN’s […]
Union Square MBTA station will be closed during Somerville’s Fluff Festival for 2nd straight year
Local News Union Square will close for 25 days starting Sept. 18 and won’t provide shuttles, complicating transportation to the annual festival. Union Square will close for 25 days starting Sept. 18. Vincent Alban For The Boston Globe For a second year in a row, the Union Square MBTA stop will be closed during Somerville’s […]